Don't Wait Up
Birch Diane Lyrics
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You got a long way to go until the waters part
Come the clouds rollin' in and all the people hide
They say run, run baby to the sunny side
I said to the preacher standing at my door
Why you chasin' a rainbow when you got a star?
He said you're gonna be sorry if you open that lid
Oh, oh, don't wait up for me
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
No, no, no
Don't wait up for me, don't wait up for me
I looked at the clock and it was quarter to twelve
I started counting the minutes to the freedom bell
I said the midnight hour is gonna take me home
And today's sorrow will be here no more
I said
Oh, oh, don't wait up for me
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
No, no, no
Oh, no, oh, don't wait up for me
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
No, no, no
Oh, oh, don't wait up for me
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
No, no, no
Oh, oh, don't wait up for me
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
No, no, no
Don't wait up for me
Oh no, don't wait up for me
Don't wait up for me
Oh, don't wait up for me
In the opening lines of the song "Don't Wait Up", Birch Diane addresses a river running through her heart, noting that it has a long way to go until its waters part. This metaphorical river could be seen as representative of Birch's own experiences and emotions, and the idea that she has a long journey ahead of her before she can find peace or resolution. As the clouds roll in and people hide away from the storm, Birch seems to acknowledge the challenges and obstacles that lie ahead, but also finds a sense of empowerment in facing them head-on.
The second verse of the song sees Birch interacting with a preacher who warns her against chasing a rainbow when she already has a star. This line could be interpreted in different ways, but it may be a commentary on the idea of pursuing something unattainable or unrealistic while ignoring the potential for happiness and fulfillment that is already present in one's life. Birch's response, that she has already opened a lid and it is too late to turn back, suggests that she has made a decision that others may not agree with or understand, but is committed to seeing through.
Line by Line Meaning
I said to the river running through my heart
I am talking to my inner self and acknowledging that I have a long journey ahead to deal with my heart's emotions.
You got a long way to go until the waters part
It will take time before I can overcome my emotional pain and find my inner peace.
Come the clouds rollin' in and all the people hide
When difficult times arise, people tend to withdraw and avoid facing the reality.
They say run, run baby to the sunny side
People often try to escape their problems by running towards a place of comfort and positivity.
I said to the preacher standing at my door
I am referring to someone who offers advice or guidance, but I am not willing to accept it.
Why you chasin' a rainbow when you got a star?
I am questioning why someone is searching for something unattainable when they already have something good in front of them.
He said you're gonna be sorry if you open that lid
The person warns me that if I am not careful, opening up emotionally can lead to negative consequences.
I said it's too late daddy I already did
I am acknowledging that I have already opened up and faced my emotions, despite the potential consequences.
"Oh, oh, don't wait up for me
I am warning someone not to expect me to stay or return home.
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
I am telling that person that they will not be happy with who I have become.
No, no, no"
I am reiterating that the person should not expect me to return.
I looked at the clock and it was quarter to twelve
I am aware of the time and counting down the minutes until I can leave and move on.
I started counting the minutes to the freedom bell
I am using a metaphor to indicate that I am eagerly waiting for my chance to break free and leave past difficulties behind.
I said the midnight hour is gonna take me home
I am referring to the moment when I can finally move on from my past and find inner peace.
And today's sorrow will be here no more
I am hopeful that the difficulties I am facing will soon be gone.
"Oh, oh, don't wait up for me
I am warning the same person that they should not expect me to return to them.
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
I am telling that person that they will not be happy with who I have become.
No, no, no
I am reiterating that they should not wait up for me.
"Oh, no, oh, don't wait up for me
I am again warning the person not to expect me to return.
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
I am again telling that person that they will not be happy with who I have become.
No, no, no
I am reminding the person not to hold out hope for me to return.
"Oh, oh, don't wait up for me
I am one last time warning someone not to wait up for me.
Oh, ooh, 'cause you ain't gonna like what you see
I repeat my earlier statement that I have changed too much for someone to like who I am now.
No, no, no
I reiterate that the person should not hold onto hope of my return.
Don't wait up for me
I make a final statement telling someone definitively not to wait for me to return.
Oh, don't wait up for me
I repeat my final statement one more time.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DIANE BIRCH
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